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Windows7FirewallControl protects both local and remotely running applications from undesirable incoming and outgoing network activity. Controlling an entire network/cloud by implementing a distributed security model and creating virtual sub networks on physical networks/clouds. The program manages external connectability by automatically synchronizing the hardware-firewalls/-routers Port Forwarding.

Current Version 0 stars Be the first to review this product All Versions 3.5 out of 59 votes5 star 26 4 star 8 3 star 6 2 star 6 1 star 13 My rating0 starsWrite review 2 stars"Maybe I am to much novice"July 01, 2014 | By poulstaun | Version: Windows 7 Firewall Control 6.1.9.53 ProsMaybe its good maybe its not.ConsI simply did not understand what it did--and it wanted me to do. So i fellt to unsecure to use it. I do no longer have itSummaryIt was setup in a manor that was not understandable to me.Reply to this review Read reply (1) Was this review helpful? (0) (0) 5 stars"Makes firewall setup easy and fast ."September 08, 2013 | By salesalex | Version: Windows 7 Firewall Control 5.2.18.33 Pros-2MB installation file -uses just 10MB Ram-does not slow down the system or internet-it uses default firewall and makes it very easy to configure -passes all leak tests I have tried (after I blocked IE).Consuseless optional programs in cnet-installer, I am tired of unchecking them so I downloaded program from their main siteSummary-This is easiest program to control default windows firewall . -There is also a version for winXP with a funny name ''Windows 7 firewall control for XP'' and it works excellent on XP3 and has the same features .Reply to this review Was this review helpful? (1) (0) 1 stars"INSTALLS MAL-WARE - SHAME ON CNET!"April 08, 2013 | By promytius | Version: Windows 7 Firewall Control 5.1.7.69 ProsIT downloads and BOY does it install! three different malwares, all FREE!Mal-ware free - my assets...ConsIT DESTROYED my ability to create FOLDERS! It snuck in "SECUREVAULT" which is Mal-ware, and "Whitesnake" which is mal-ware.CNET is the big con here! SHAME ON YOU!SummaryI was rebuilding after a rootkit; I selected this program by accident, I thought it was another one. Now I have to start reinstalling all over again, because I can't use my computer any more as this TERRIBLE BAD set of sneaky downloads has RUINED it again!I really hate this! Twi days of rebuilding destroyed by CNET!Reply to this review Read reply (1) Was this review helpful? (1) (0) 5 stars"fantastic program"February 22, 2013 | By ChoiceVoice | Version: Windows 7 Firewall Control 5.1.7.69 Pros-lightweight and easy to use-gives me control of outbound programs-doesn't affect stability of system (b/c its written in same programing language as native windows firewall). in my experiance with firewalls, they eventually conflict due to driver, or have stability issues. this one seems immune to those problems.-can easily block a program and unblock it for quick updates, etc.-loads fastConsnothing as of yet.Summaryi have used it for a couple years now and have never had a problem. i use windows 7 64 bit. i have tried all other freeware firewalls and eventually had conflicts or stability issues and/or crashes. this one is native windows and works excellent.

Updated on Feb 22, 2013

program was updated and is now slightly different. still seems to work great. but has more options (some of which are for paid version). not a big deal. just use allow or disallow (block) function and turn off recommended check box. these functions are all you need.

Reply to this review Was this review helpful? (0) (2) 4 stars"Simple, lite, and very effective."February 17, 2013 | By Sandal25 | Version: Windows 7 Firewall Control 5.1.7.69 Pros-I have 0 complaints.-It blocks EVERYTHING that the stand-alone windows 7 firewall does not detect!-Has blocked many viruses and ads from attempting to connect to the internet.Cons-It does its purpose.SummaryI actually do not get any trial-version prompts or messages.This thing functions like the full version, if it does not through CNET, then Google another link. I am not using the full or pirated version - but so far its been running flawlessly w/o prompts.

Trial version does not give you the option to block system processes from accessing the internet, but "most" of these don't need monitoring anyway.

Reply to this review Was this review helpful? (1) (0) 1 stars"Incessant "Register" window pop-up"January 20, 2013 | By NonnaYobizness | Version: Windows 7 Firewall Control 5.1.7.69 ProsFunctions like ZoneAlarm to block outgoing trafficConsPops up a "register" window every few minutes. Apparently the way to register a free program is to pay $30 for a license key.SummaryYou get what you pay for.Reply to this review Read reply (1) Was this review helpful? (0) (1) 1 stars"Total Junk"November 25, 2012 | By mrkildare | Version: Windows 7 Firewall Control 5.1.7.69 Prosnone that i could findConsit installed 2 browser add ons that i did not ask for. it highjacked my home page on 3 of my browsers. it blocked everything and would not allow anything through, even after clicking on enable all. it wasted my time having to get rid of the junk that it put on. i.e. funmode toolbars and wejam search bars.i was very dissapointed with the software, and very dissapointed with cnet for putting such rubbish on their site for download.Summaryif you are thinking of putting this software on your computer, i have one word of advice for you. DON'T !

i would have given it no stars, but i have to give it at least one in order to post this review.

Reply to this review Read reply (1) Was this review helpful? (1) (1) 1 stars"You'll want to Strangle The Author!!!"November 02, 2012 | By Lostinspaceman | Version: Windows 7 Firewall Control 3.0 ProsIt indeed BLOCKS EVERYTHING! Small foot print. Easy to install. Low memory usage.ConsIT INDEED BLOCKS EVERYTHING! To the point of not allowing programs you've already given exceptions to to access the internet on a daily basis. I currently have FIVE (5) exception entries for Outlook and Firefox and it just asked me to allow them both AGAIN! Notification sound is annoying as hell and the first thing you'll disable!SummaryYou thought Windows UAC was annoying? You haven't met Windows 7 Firewall Control!Reply to this review Was this review helpful? (0) (2) 5 stars"A very nice, easy to use firewall."July 09, 2011 | By natakuc4 | Version: Windows 7 Firewall Control 4.1 ProsEasy to use.XP/Vista and 7 version compatible.Light on system resources.Four options allow/block/incoming only/outgoing only. Apply once/Apply always (Apply) option.Effective firewall.ConsApplication Detection Sound scared the life out of me when I first used it.But the main disadvantage is like most firewalls, first time configuration, you will get several prompts, you may have to run a program twice.SummaryThis firewall by default blocks all programs that access the internet, you need to click the enable prompt on the first run of the program (if you want it to access) and maybe close and open the program again. Once its configured its fine but a day of patience is needed. Using a firewall also educates the average user to what is running.

In settings "Windows 7 Taskbar Integration", I think is pointless and I prefer it to use the icon in the tray. The log balloon is sometimes also annoying (if you have blocked some programs), I disabled this setting also.

Conclusion: Its light on system resources, a definite must have if running Windows XP, an upgrade for Vista/7 (as their firewalls are better than the XP one). Recommended to use in conjunction with Microsoft Security Essentials and an up to date web browser for an effective, free security solution.

Reply to this review Was this review helpful? (2) (0) 1 stars"Stalled system"December 27, 2010 | By jaded_lady | Version: Windows 7 Firewall Control 4.0 ProsWould not adviseConsStalled IE to a crawl and would not let me change my folders in gmail. For expamle I was in my trash folder and tried to return to inbox folder and IE stalled and would not process request. Cnet also stalled and would not process request.SummaryTerrrible for Win 7 64 Bit systmeReply to this review Was this review helpful? (0) (3) You are logged in as . Please submit your review for Windows 8 Firewall Control Note that your submission may not appear immediately on our site. CloseSince you've already submitted a review for this product, this submission will be added as an update to your original review. Note that your submission may not appear immediately on our site. CloseNote that your submission may not appear immediately on our site. CloseYour message has been reported and will be reviewed by our staff. CloseWindows 7, Windows Server 2008, Windows Vista, Windows, Windows 8 Windows7FirewallControl-Setup-i386.exe